Treatment of neurocutaneous syndrome, including compositions, methods and uses thereof

ABSTRACT

A treatment protocol for use in the treatment of neurocutaneous syndrome is described and comprises at least one xanthone component, which may comprise at least one mangosteen component, and/or at least one detoxification component. Additional embodiments comprise at least one herbal component, at least one vitamin component, or a combination thereof. A method of treating a patient having neurocutaneous syndrome is described herein and comprises: providing at least one xanthone component, which may comprise at least one mangosteen component, providing at least one xanthone component, which may comprise at least one mangosteen component, to the patient, and administering the at least one detoxification component to the patient. Additional methods steps may include providing and administering at least one herbal component, providing and administering at least one vitamin component or a combination thereof.

PRIORITY

This United States Utility application is a Continuation In Partapplication of U.S. Utility application Ser. No. 14/589,350, filed Jan.5, 2015, which is a Continuation In Part of U.S. Utility applicationSer. No. 13/623,558 filed Sep. 20, 2012, which is a Continuation of U.S.Utility application Ser. No. 13/367,629 filed Feb. 7, 2012, each ofwhich are commonly owned and incorporated herein by reference in theirentirety.

BACKGROUND

The terms “Morgellons” and “Neurocutaneous Syndrome” or NCS, ascharacterized by Dr. Omar Amin (2001-2009), are used interchangeably,yet cautiously, as their symptoms are very similar. While theetiological agent(s) and remedies of Morgellons have never beenidentified, these factors for NCS have been well-researched andpublished in refereed medical journals (see References Cited Sectionherein), and patients have been successfully helped.

Researchers in this area have recognized that patients experiencedermatological abnormalities (elevated itchy skin sores that may developinto mucoid lesions) and neurological symptoms (movement, pin prick orcrawling sensations) caused by toxic exposures to a wide variety ofenvironmental factors. Those factors include, but are not limited to,incompatible dental materials, toxic fumes in the work place,insecticides or allergenic sprays, household chemicals, implants,recreational drugs, e.g., crystal methamphetamine and/or cocaine,medications, creams, hot sulfur/mineral springs, and any otherenvironmental exposures to which the patient is allergic.

To date, no one has been able to develop and use a treatment protocol,including components and supplements directed specifically to treatingNCS and the symptoms related to NCS. To this end, it would be desirableto develop, produce and use a formulation, formulations and relatedprotocols that can easily and effectively treat NCS and the relatedsymptoms, while at the same time minimizing pain and discomfort of thepatient.

SUMMARY OF THE SUBJECT MATTER

A treatment protocol for use in the treatment of neurocutaneous syndromeis described and comprises at least one xanthone component, which mayinclude at least one mangosteen component, and at least onedetoxification component. Additional embodiments comprise at least oneherbal component, at least one vitamin component, or a combinationthereof.

A method of treating a patient having neurocutaneous syndrome isdescribed herein and comprises: providing at least one xanthonecomponent, which may include at least one mangosteen component,providing at least one detoxification component, administering the atleast one xanthone component to the patient, and administering the atleast one detoxification component to the patient. Additional methodssteps may include providing and administering at least one herbalcomponent, providing and administering at least one vitamin component ora combination thereof.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES

FIG. 1 shows a contemplated method for the treatment of neurocutaneoussyndrome, comprising a method 100 of treating a patient havingneurocutaneous syndrome comprises: providing at least one xanthonecomponent 110, which may include at least one mangosteen component,providing at least one detoxification component 120, administering theat least one xanthone component to the patient 130, and administeringthe at least one detoxification component to the patient 140. Additionalmethods steps may include providing and administering at least oneherbal component, providing and administering at least one vitamincomponent or a combination thereof 150.

FIG. 2 shows a contemplated method for the treatment of neurocutaneoussyndrome, comprising a method 200 of treating a patient havingneurocutaneous syndrome comprises: providing at least one mangosteencomponent 210, providing at least one detoxification component 220,administering the at least one mangosteen component to the patient 230,and administering the at least one detoxification component to thepatient 240. Additional methods steps may include administering atargeted questionnaire 250, administering a blood bio-compatibility test260, administering massage therapy to the patient 270, which may includelymph drainage massage therapy, providing and administering at least oneherbal component, providing and administering at least one vitamincomponent or a combination thereof (shown in FIG. 1), or a combinationthereof.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

As described herein, a successful treatment protocol, includingcomponents and supplements directed specifically to treating NCS and thesymptoms related to NCS has been developed. The Examples section willprovide a detailed example of a contemplated treatment protocol andadditional component parts. As also will be described herein,formulation, formulations and related protocols and methods that caneasily and effectively treat NCS and the related symptoms, while at thesame time minimizing pain and discomfort of the patient, have beendeveloped and are being successfully used in practice.

Specifically, a treatment protocol for use in the treatment ofneurocutaneous syndrome comprises at least one xanthone component, whichmay include at least one mangosteen component, and at least onedetoxification component. Additional embodiments comprise at least oneherbal component, at least one vitamin component, or a combinationthereof.

In addition, and as shown in FIG. 1, a method 100 of treating a patienthaving neurocutaneous syndrome comprises: providing at least onexanthone component 110, which may include at least one mangosteencomponent, providing at least one detoxification component 120,administering the at least one xanthone component to the patient 130,and administering the at least one detoxification component to thepatient 140. Additional methods steps may include providing andadministering at least one herbal component, providing and administeringat least one vitamin component or a combination thereof 150.

As shown in FIG. 2, a method 200 of treating a patient havingneurocutaneous syndrome comprises: providing at least one mangosteencomponent 210, providing at least one detoxification component 220,administering the at least one mangosteen component to the patient 230,and administering the at least one detoxification component to thepatient 240. Additional methods steps may include administering atargeted questionnaire 250, administering a blood bio-compatibility test260, administering massage therapy to the patient 270, which may includelymph drainage massage therapy, providing and administering at least oneherbal component, providing and administering at least one vitamincomponent or a combination thereof (shown in FIG. 1), or a combinationthereof.

It should be understood that “administering” in the context of thisapplication, for example: administering the at least one xanthonecomponent to the patient in a dosing regimen that is based on thecombined set of results from the combination of the targetedquestionnaire results and the biocompatibility test results means thatsomething is being administered. In other words, the provision can beread: “administering” . . . the “component” in a “dosing regimen”—the“dosing regimen” being based on the results from the “combination of thetargeted questionnaire results and the biocompatibility test results”.The phrases that use the term “administering” can also be read, forexample in context, as follows: “administering the at least one xanthonecomponent to the patient in a dosing regimen, wherein the dosing regimenis based on the combined set of results from the combination of thetargeted questionnaire results and the biocompatibility test results”.

Treatment protocols and methods of treating patients, as disclosedherein, include at least one xanthone component, which may include atleast one mangosteen component. The mangosteen fruit, particularly therind, or pericarp, has been used in traditional folk medicine forcenturies. It is well known in Asia, where it is often called “The Queenof Fruits”, but is unavailable in the United States. Folk medicine haslong used the mangosteen peel for a variety of ailments, useddifferently in different parts of Asia. As disclosed herein, the “atleast one mangosteen component” refers to the extract of the fruit, theextract of the rind, the fruit, the juice from the fruit, the rind, or acombination thereof.

Research scientists are now discovering that there is valid sciencebehind the folk medicine traditions and the answer seems to be in themangosteen's compounds called xanthones. There have been 43 xanthonesdiscovered in the fruit thus far (mostly in the rind); some unique onlyto the mangosteen. Xanthones are potent anti-oxidants and are used fortheir anti-toxic benefits; they have been found to have potentanti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, anti-viral, anti-tumor andanti-fungal properties; they help with neurological and cardiovasculardisorders and have other healing properties as well. These propertieshave prompted health professionals to use the mangosteen in a variety ofconditions, including pain, gastrointestinal problems, dermatologicdiseases (including eczema, skin sores and lesions, etc.),musculoskeletal conditions, dental/oral disorders and much more. Themangosteen is one of nature's only readily available sources ofxanthones known thus far. In contemplated embodiments, the xanthonecomponent or the mangosteen component may be administered in anysuitable amount, depending on the needs of the patient, in order totreat NCS. Amounts that are not suitable to treat NCS are notcontemplated herein. In an exemplary embodiment, mangosteen juiceincluding mangosteen rind is taken at one ounce per day. The dosage maybe spread throughout the day, such as half an ounce before or nearbreakfast and half an ounce before or near lunch or dinner. Themangosteen may also be applied topically. The mangosteen may be appliedtopically with a non-adherent gauze pad.

Additionally, mangosteen was used traditionally for its anti-parasiticeffects: Malaria, amoebic dysentery and syphilis are caused byparasites. Asian healers have used mangosteen for centuries to deal withthose illnesses. In South America, mangosteen is also used to cureintestinal worm infestations. Laboratory research to confirm thesepractices, however, is not yet available at this time.

As disclosed, contemplated treatment protocols and methods of treatingpatients include at least one detoxification component. In someembodiments, the detoxification component may either be or comprise amangosteen component. In other embodiments, the at least onedetoxification component may comprise additional components other thanmangosteen or its derivatives.

Contemplated treatment protocols and methods of treating patients withparasitic infections may also include providing and using at least oneof the following herbal components in a suitable amount: Garlic, OliveLeaf Extract, Citrus Seed Extract, Goldenseal, Aloe Vera, Pomegranate,Oregano Leaf, Clove Bud, Black Walnut Hull, Peppermint Leaf, Black CuminSeed, Winter Melon Seed, Gentian Root, Wormwood Bark, Hyssop Leaf, CrampBark, Thyme Leaf, Fennel Seed, Pumpkin Seed, Caprylic Acid, Rosemary,Papaya, Rangoon Creeper, Psyllium Seed Husk, Atlantic Kelp, Corn Silk,Fo-Ti, Chinese Rhubarb Root, Peppermint Leaf, Black Cumin Seed, CinnamonBark, Fennel Seed, Ginger Root, Orange Peel Extract, Clove Bulb, CascaraSagrada, Slippery Elm Bark, Molasses, Carob, Chinese Rhubarb Root, Sage,Thyme Leaf, Ginger Root, Clove Bulb, Cayenne Fruit, Rosemary Leaf,Alfalfa Oil, Licorice Root, Chamomile, Grapefruit Seed Extract,Echinacea, Atlantic Kelp, Chicory, Corn Silk, Fennel Seed, PeppermintLeaf, Safflower Oil Powder. Other combinations may also or alternativelyinclude: Oregano Leaf, Clove bud, Black Walnut Hull, Peppermint Leaf,Black Seed, Watermelon Seed, Gentian Root, Wormwood Bark, Hyssop Leaf,Cramp Bark, Thyme Leaf, Fennel Seed, Pumpkin Seed, Caprylic Acid,Rosemary, Aloe Vera, Betel Nut Palm, Papaya, Citrus Extract,Pomegranate, Rangoon Creeper, Psyllium Seed Husk, Atlantic Kelp, CornSilk, Fo-Ti, Chinese Rhubarb, Black Cumin Seed, Cinnamon Bark, FennelSeed, Ginger Root, Orange Peel Extract, Clove Bulb, Cascara Sagrada,Slippery Elm Bark, Molasses, Carob, Rhubarb Root, Thyme Leaf, CloveBulb, Cayenne Fruit, Rosemary Leaf, Alfalfa Leaf, Licorice Root,Chamomile, Grapefruit Seed, Echinacea, Chicory Root, Corn Silk,Safflower Oil Powder, Sage, garlic bulb, golden seal, or a combinationthereof. In an exemplary embodiment, the detoxification formula mayinclude one or more preparations containing, for example, berberisvulgaris root bark, citrullus colocynthis fruit pulp, and veratrum albumroot, citrullus colocynthis fruit pulp, lycopadium clavatum spore,bryonia alba root, and strychnos nux-vomica seed. In some contemplatedembodiments, a combination of at least some of these components ispackaged in three anti-parasitic formulas that may be referred to as“Freedom/Cleanse/Restore”. The above combinations may also changedepending on seasonal or other availability. Therefore, any combinationabove may be used or other suitable substitutions may be made to achievethe same or similar results. For example, Pagoda fruit, Tansy, etc. mayalso be used.

Contemplated detoxification formulas, formulations or combinations ofcomponents comprise at least one of the following: beta vulgaris,coenzyme A, coenzyme Q-10, berberis vulgaris or nux vomica. Contemplateddetoxification formulas and products that can be used as at least partof the at least one herbal component can includes a HEEL Detox kit,Ubichinon, Coenzyme A or Coenzyme Q-10, the Bio Cytotox Phase, the BioUbichinon Compositum, the Body Anew Detox Package, or a combinationthereof. The Bio Cytotox Phase, the Bio Ubichinon Compositum, the BodyAnew Detox Package are manufactured by Desert Biologicals. Anyformulations or components thereof included in any of the aboveidentified kits or any product named herein having the given name isconsidered incorporated by reference herein. Even if more than oneformulation is available under the same name prior to filing of theinstant application, all such formulations are considered within thescope of the present invention and incorporated by reference herein.Exemplary formulations of the detoxification formulas are provided belowfor example only and are not limiting. It should be understood thatother components and methods of detoxification can also be used. Theseformulations may be used in any combination, such that ingredients maybe combined, removed, duplicated or substituted to achieve the same orsimilar results described herein.

In an exemplary embodiment, the detoxification formula may include threehomeopathic preparations: BERBERIS-HOMACCORD (100 ml contain: medicinalingredients: Berberis viulgaris 3X, 10X, 30X, 200X 0.4 g each;Colocynthis 3X, 6X, 30X, 200X; Veratrum album 3X, 6X, 30X, 200X 0.3 geach. Non-medicinal ingredients: ethanol, purified water), 100 mlLYPHOSOT (100 ml contains: medicinal ingredients: Juglans regia D3 5 g;Myosotis arvensis D3 5 g; Scrophularia nodosa D3 5 g; Teucriumscorodonia D3 5 g; Veronica officinalis D3 5 g; Geranium robertianum D410 g; Urtica urens D4 10 g; Equisetum hyemale D4 5 g; Fumariaofficinalis D4 5 g; Natrium sulfuricum D4 5 g; Pinus sylvestris D4 5 g;Gentiana lutea D5 5 g; Apis mellifica D6 10 g; Fucus vesiculosus D6 10g; Sarsaparilla D6 5 g; Calcium phosphoricum D12 5 g. Non-medicinalingredients: ethanol, purified water); and NUX VOMICA-HOMACCORD (100 mlcontains: medicinal ingredients: Bryonia 2X, 6X, 10X, 15X, 30X, 200X,1000X, Nux vomica 2X, 10X, 15X, 30X, 200X, 1000X 0.2 g each, Colocynthis3X, 10X, 30X, 200X, Lycopodium clavatum 3X, 10X, 30X, 200X, 1000X 0.3 geach. Non-medicinal ingredients: ethanol, purified water).

In an exemplary embodiment, the detoxification formula may include threehomeopathic preparations: BERBERIS-HOMACCORD (100 ml contain: medicinalingredients: Berberis viulgaris 2X, 10X, 30X, 200X 0.4 g each;Colocynthis 2X, 6X, 30X, 200X; Veratrum album 3X, 6X, 30X, 200X 0.3 geach. Non-medicinal ingredients: ethanol, purified water), LYPHOSOT (100ml contains medicinal ingredients: Juglans regia D3 5 g; Myosotisarvensis D3 5 g; Scrophularia nodosa D3 5 g; Teucrium scorodonia D3 5 g;Veronica officinalis D3 5 g; Geranium robertianum D4 10 g; Urtica urensD4 10 g; Equisetum hyemale D4 5 g; Fumaria officinalis D4 5 g; Natriumsulfuricum D4 5 g; Pinus sylvestris D4 5 g; Gentiana lutea D5 5 g; Apismellifica D6 10 g; Fucus vesiculosus D6 10 g; Sarsaparilla D6 5 g;Calcium phosphoricum D12 5 g. Non-medicinal ingredients: ethanol,purified water); and NUX VOMICA-HOMACCORD 100 ml contains: medicinalingredients: Bryonia alba 4X, 6X, 10X, 15X, 30X, 200X, 1000X, Nux vomica4X, 10X, 15X, 30X, 200X, 1000X 0.2 g each, Colocynthis 5X, 10X, 30X,200X, Lycopodium clavatum 5X, 10X, 30X, 200X, 1000X 0.3 g each.Non-medicinal ingredients: ethanol, purified water).

In an exemplary embodiment, the detoxification formula may be ahomeopathic liquid remedy designed for drainage and detoxification frominternal toxins affecting the internal organ systems. It is the firstand most potent line of defense against toxic chemicals that restoresnormal balanced immune functions. Ingredients may include: ActiveIngredients: Berberis Vulgaris 2X, 10X, 30X, 200X (0.2 ml), Colocynthis3X (1.5 ml), 10X, 30X, 200X (0.15 ml each), Veratrum Album 3X, 10X, 30X,200X (0.15 ml), Aranea Diadema 6X (2.5 ml), Calcarea Phosphorica 12X(2.5 ml), Equisetum Hyemale 4X (2.5 ml), Ferrum Iodatum 12X (5 ml),Fumaria Officinalis 4X (2.5 ml), Gentiana Lutea 5X (2.5 ml), GeraniumRobertianum 4X (5 ml), Levothyroxine 12X (2.5 ml), Myosotis Arvensis 3X(2.5 ml), Nasturtium Aquaticum 4X (5 ml), Natrum Sulphuricum 4X (2.5ml), Pinus Sylvestris 4X (2.5 ml), Sarsaparilla 6X (2.5 ml),Scrophularia Nodosa 3X (2.5 ml), Teucrim Scorodonia 3X (2.5 ml),Veronica Officinalis 3X (2.5 ml), Bryonia Alba 3X, 6X, 10X, 15X, 30X,200X, 1000X (0.1 ml Each), Colocynthis 3X, 10X, 30X, 200X (0.15 mlEach), Lycopodium Clavatum 3X, 10X, 30X, 200X, 1000X (0.15 ml Each), NuxVomica 3X, 10X, 15X, 30X, 200X, 1000X (0.1 ml Each). InactiveIngredients include: Ethyl Alcohol, and Purified Water USP.

The Bio Cytotox Phase stimulates defensive mechanisms against toxins toreactivate the blocked and defective enzymatic functions in degenerativediseases. Bio Cytotox Phase includes as ingredients: Colchicum autumnale4X, Conium maculatum 4X, Hydrastis canadensis 4X, Podophyllum peltatum5X, Vaccinium myrtillus 4X, Ascorbic acid 6X, Galium aparine 6X,Nicotinamidum 6X, Pyridoxinum hydrochloricum 6X, Riboflavinum 6X,Sarcolacticum acidum 6X, Thiaminum hydrochloricum 6X, alpha-Lipoicumacidum 8X, Hydroquinone 3C, Manganum phosphoricum 15X, Natrumoxalaceticum 8X, Sulphur 8X, Anthraquinone 10X, Acetylsalicylicum acidum10X, ATP 10X, Coenzyme A 10X, Co-enzyme Q-10 10X, Histaminumhydrochloricum 10X, Magnesium gluconicum 10X, Nadidum 10X,Naphthoquinone 10X, Norepinephrine 6X 12X 30X 200X 12C 30C 60C 200C, andMorgan Gaertner 30C. Bio Cytotox Phase may be taken at 10-20 drops, andpreferably 20 drops under the tongue once or twice daily.

The Bio Coenzyme Compositum stimulates blocked enzymatic systems in bothdegenerative diseases and defective enzymatic functions. It is a complexhomeopathic remedy indicated for the relief of exhaustion, fatigue andfeelings of low energy. Its ingredients include: Beta vulgaris 4X,alpha-Lipoicum acidum 8X, Ascorbic acid 6X, Cysteinum 6X, Magnesiaoroticum 8X, Manganum phosphoricum 16X, Natrum oxalaceticum 6X,Nicotinamidum 6X, Pulsatilla (Vulgaris) 6X, Pyridoxinum hydrochloricum6X, Riboflavinum 6X, Thiaminum hydrochloricum 6X, alpha-Ketoglutaricumacidum 8X, Cerium oxalicum 8X, cis-Aconiticum acidum 8X, Citricum acidum8X, Coenzyme A 8X, Fumaricum acidum 8X, Malic acid 8X, Nadidum 8X,Natrum pyruvicum 8X, Succinicum acidum 8X, ATP 10X, Barytaoxalsuccinicum 30C, Hepar sulphuris calcareum 10X, Sulphur 10X,Adrenalinum 6X 12X 30X 200X 12C 30C 60C 200C, and Morgan Bacillus Pure30C. Bio Coenzyme Compositum may be taken at 10-20 drops, and preferably20 drops under the tongue once or twice daily.

Contemplated treatment protocols and methods of treating patients mayalso include providing and using at least one vitamin component, whichincludes or may include one or more of the following components oringredients in a suitable amount: vitamin B (all forms, includingvitamin B12, B5 and B6), folic acid, minerals, such as zinc, calcium,magnesium oxide or citrate, vitamin E, vitamin C, Omega oils (includingOmega 3 fish oil or lin seed oil), acidofilus, bifidus, lactobacillus,amino acids, digestive enzymes, selenium and L-glutathione. Acontemplated daily dose of the at least one vitamin component mayinclude:

Vitamin B12: 1-2 mg (methycobalamin)

Vitamin B6: 100 mg (pyridokal-5-phosphate)

Vitamin D: 5000-10000 IU

Vitamin E: 300-500 IU (dl-alpha tocopheryl acetate)

Vitamin B5: 500 mg (pantothenic acid)

Folic Acid: 200-300 mcg

Zinc: 30-50 mg

Calcium: 200-400 mg (not carbonate)

Magnesium Oxide or Citrate: 300-500 mg

Time release Vitamin C: 1000-3000 mg

Omega 3 fish oil or lin seed oil

Acidofilus, Bifidus, Lactobacillus

Amino Acids

Digestive Enzymes

Selenium: 100-200 mcg

L Glutathione: 100-150 mg (50-250, suitable).

Cilantro and Chlorella may also be used. For example, Cilantro at 10-20drops in one cup of hot water or added to a meal, such as a salad may beused. Chlorella at 10-15 drops in one cup of hot water may be taken, forexample, at night.

All patients that comply, at least partly and ideally fully, withcontemplated embodiments and programs have recovered. NeurocutaneousSyndrome (NCS), a newly discovered toxicity syndrome is characterized byneurological and dermatological disorders as well as systemic andrelated dysfunctions.

As disclosed earlier, patients experience, among other symptoms,pin-prick movement sensations and in later stages, itchy cutaneouslesions that may invite various opportunistic infections (insects,worms, fungus, pathogenic bacteria, among others) often confused ascausative agents of the syndrome.

The toxicity of dental chemicals, compounding factors and case historieswere discussed and management protocols researched at the ParasitologyCenter, Inc. (PCI) were proposed. Components of calcium hydroxidesealants and liners (Dycal, Life, and Sealapex) and at least 644 otherdental chemicals, have been identified as a source of the observedsymptoms. NCS patients often confuse the movement sensations, itchy skinand related symptoms with parasitic infections and seek medical helpunder this assumption. Invariably, they are diagnosed with and treatedfor other etiologies often including arthropod infestation and/or mentalconditions such as psychosis and delusional parasitosis. Patients aregenuine clinical cases who should not be further compromised byinaccurate diagnosis, wrongly medicated or subjected to psychologicaltreatment in mental health care facilities.

EXAMPLES Example 1 A Contemplated Treatment Protocol

A contemplated treatment protocol has been developed and designed toidentify, analyze, treat and follow-up with a patient who hasneurocutaneous syndrome or NCS. It should be understood that many of thecomponents and methods disclosed herein are incorporated in thisExample, along with other desirable components and methods steps.

A Protocol for NCS Rehabilitation

-   -   Interviewing the patient.    -   Examining patient and verifying symptoms, history, and the        presence of toxic dental materials. Documenting dermatological        symptoms with photos.    -   Examining dental and related records.    -   Administering a targeted questionnaire to the patient.    -   Documenting symptoms, dates and history.    -   Swabbing patient's skin for culture of bacteriological and        fungal infections.    -   Establishing a diagnosis and providing a diagnostic report to        patient.    -   Referring patient to a holistic dentist in patient's area of        residence.    -   Initiating blood dental-bio compatibility testing.    -   Identifying compromised teeth and begin treatment; no more than        3 teeth restored in one month.    -   Supplementing with the at least one vitamin component during        treatment;    -   symptoms will get worse before they get better.    -   Making recommendations for additional nutritional remedies.    -   Initiating detoxification of organ systems by using the at least        one herbal component.    -   Instituting lymph drainage massage therapy, and laser therapy if        needed.    -   Following up with patient.

The first three steps of the above-referenced protocol areself-explanatory and should be understood by anyone who is trained indentistry or is a trained physician. The next step includesadministering a targeted questionnaire to the patient. A contemplatedquestionnaire is found below.

NCS QUESTIONAIRE Mark the intensity of the following symptoms on a scaleof 1-3. 1) mild, 2) moderate, 3) severe. Use approximate date for “firstobserved” and use N/A, occasionally, often, and always for frequency.Symptoms Intensity First observed Frequency Skin: Open Lesions OozingLesions Painful Sores Itchy Pimples Tracks Elevated Ripples ElevatedVeins Bumps Skin Peeling Scalp sores Fibers Springtails Fungus Nervous:Skin Irritation Pin prick sensations Crawling sensations Burningsensations Movement sensations Red hot face Memory loss Brain fog Poorconcentration Body tremors Vision problems Other organ systems:Endocarditis Heart palpitations High blood pressure Flu-like symptomsIntestinal abnormalities Bowel disturbances Parasites Vomiting Kidneyproblems Respiratory disturbances Coughing Tight chest Swelling Jointpain Muscular pain Liver dysfunction Arthritic symptoms Oralabnormalities: Inflamed gum tissue Gray gum tissue Mucous secretionsDental decay Abscesses Teeth gray Painful roots Thrush around lipsSensitivity to: Metals Sulfa Zinc Aspirin Penicillin Light NoiseElectro-magnetic fields Mold Humidity General: Fatigue Nausea InsomniaCompromised immune Psychological trauma Night fever/sweats Weight lossPlease list any additional symptoms that you are having here:                               Previous Deposit Dates:                               Dental History:                               Previous Treatment and impact:                               Drug use and additional notes:                               If you have scored moderate or severe inthe categories of movement, crawling, or pin-prick sensations, you areprobably a genuine case of NCS. If you have scored moderate or severe inother neurological, skin, organ system, or general categories, this willrepresent added confirmation of your NCS status. Keep a copy of thisquestionnaire for your records, and another copy for PCI should youdecide to request a follow up. END OF QUESTIONNAIRE

Based on the protocol outlined above, along with the responses to theQuestionnaire outlined herein, a detailed analysis of the clinicalhistory of a random sample of 50 NCS patients (9 males, 41 females) wasreported.

Symptoms were classified into six categories, neurological (sensoryimbalances), dermatological (including opportunistic skin infections),systemic, oral, allergic and general. The most common symptoms in eachof these categories in the same order are pin prick and crawlingsensations, skin lesions and sores, respiratory and bowel disturbances,gum disease, sensitivities to light, noise and mold, and fatigue andinsomnia. Symptoms were relatively similar in both sexes. These resultswere tabulated and their biological foundation explained. Themisdiagnosis of NCS cases by medical professionals is discussed. NCSsymptoms in toothless patients or those with dentures, and those onrecreational drugs are described. Initially, over 360 dental toxins areplaced in four major categories and their mode of action explained.Incubation period varied between a few hours to 28 years. Our protocolfor rehabilitation is included. All patients following and completingour rehabilitation program have invariably recovered.

Early reports on this syndrome included the description of a case withmany facial opportunistic infections from Oklahoma and the first namingand evaluation of the syndrome from three more cases, with a specialreference to fibers and springtails (Collembola). By 2003, acomprehensive evaluation of NCS and establish the link to dental toxinsas the causative agents was able to be provided. Amin clarified thenature of action of dental liners (bases) in the causation of NCSneurological and dermatological symptoms and provided the history ofthree NCS patients who have recovered following rehabilitation thusestablishing a cause-effect relationship. Various versions of thislandmark publication were subsequently published.

The above contributions were researched and published, and patients weresuccessfully helped long before we discovered a similar clinical entitycalled Morgellons. The only difference is that we have done theresearch, established a causal relationship with dental toxins,developed a protocol, and successfully helped patients.

Most people have had dental work. Many have various degrees ofsensitivity to some dental materials to which their bodies manifestvaried intensities of symptoms. This epidemic-in-disguise has beenroutinely misunderstood by medical professionals who often labelpatients as delusional because of their unfortunate description of theirneurological symptoms (actually caused by nerve damage) as having beencaused by parasite infections. Amin specifically addressed this issuewhile discussing the clinical history of 24 NCS patients.

Of these patients, seven who have followed and completed thecontemplated and disclosed protocol have experienced full recovery.

Amin provided an annotated list of about 400 dental materials that havebeen involved in the causation of NCS symptoms in patients that we havestudied. Toxic ingredients common to all listed chemicals were classedin four categories. These categories are found in many more dentalchemicals that were not reported in Amin's preliminary list. An overviewof NCS made special reference to organ system symptomology in 50patients of both sexes and all age groups, misdiagnoses, storage organs,sealants, drug involvement, incubation period, and recovery, with thediscussion of five relevant cases. The personal perspectives of patientswho have recovered from NCS have been presented by themselves.

Thus, specific embodiments, protocols and methods of the treatment ofneurocutaneous syndrome have been disclosed. It should be apparent,however, to those skilled in the art that many more modificationsbesides those already described are possible without departing from theinventive concepts herein. The inventive subject matter, therefore, isnot to be restricted except in the spirit of the disclosure herein.Moreover, in interpreting the specification and claims, all terms shouldbe interpreted in the broadest possible manner consistent with thecontext. In particular, the terms “comprises” and “comprising” should beinterpreted as referring to elements, components, or steps in anon-exclusive manner, indicating that the referenced elements,components, or steps may be present, or used, or combined with otherelements, components, or steps that are not expressly referenced.

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What is claimed is:
 1. A treatment protocol for use in the treatment ofneurocutaneous syndrome, comprising: administering to a patientsuffering from neurocutaneous syndrome a detoxification formulacomprising a homeopathic liquid remedy designed for drainage anddetoxification from internal toxins affecting the internal organsystems.
 2. The treatment protocol of claim 1 further comprising:administering to a patient in need thereof, at least one xanthonecomponent.
 3. The treatment protocol of claim 2, further comprisingadministering to a patient in need thereof, at least one herbalcomponent, at least one vitamin component, or a combination thereof. 4.The treatment protocol of claim 2, wherein the detoxification componentcomprises Berberis Vulgaris 2X, 10X, 30X, 200X, Colocynthis 3X, 10X,30X, 200X, Veratrum Album 3X, 10X, 30X, 200X, Aranea Diadema 6X,Calcarea Phosphorica 12X, Equisetum Hyemale 4X, Ferrum Iodatum 12X,Fumaria Officinalis 4X, Gentiana Lutea 5X, Geranium Robertianum 4X,Levothyroxine 12X, Myosotis Arvensis 3X, Nasturtium Aquaticum 4X, NatrumSulphuricum 4X, Pinus Sylvestris 4X, Sarsaparilla 6X, ScrophulariaNodosa 3X, Teucrim Scorodonia 3X, Veronica Officinalis 3X, Bryonia Alba3X, 6X, 10X, 15X, 30X, 200X, 1000X, Colocynthis 3X, 10X, 30X, 200X,Lycopodium Clavatum 3X, 10X, 30X, 200X, 1000X, Nux Vomica 3X, 10X, 15X,30X, 200X, 1000X, Ethyl Alcohol, and Purified Water USP.
 5. Thetreatment protocol of claim 4, wherein the at least one mangosteencomponent comprises an extract of a mangosteen fruit.
 6. The treatmentprotocol of claim 4, wherein the at least one mangosteen componentcomprises mangosteen juice.
 7. The treatment protocol of claim 4,further comprising administering to the patient in need thereof, atleast one herbal component comprising Garlic, Olive Leaf Extract, CitrusSeed Extract, Goldenseal, Aloe Vera, Pomegranate, Oregano Leaf, CloveBud, Black Walnut Hull, Peppermint Leaf, Black Cumin Seed, Winter MelonSeed, Gentian Root, Wormwood Bark, Hyssop Leaf, Cramp Bark, Thyme Leaf,Fennel Seed, Pumpkin Seed, Caprylic Acid, Rosemary, Papaya, RangoonCreeper, Psyllium Seed Husk, Atlantic Kelp, Corn Silk, Fo-Ti, ChineseRhubarb Root, Peppermint Leaf, Black Cumin Seed, Cinnamon Bark, FennelSeed, Ginger Root, Orange Peel Extract, Clove Bulb, Cascara Sagrada,Slippery Elm Bark, Molasses, Carob, Chinese Rhubarb Root, Sage, ThymeLeaf, Ginger Root, Clove Bulb, Cayenne Fruit, Rosemary Leaf, AlfalfaOil, Licorice Root, Chamomile, Grapefruit Seed Extract, Echinacea,Atlantic Kelp, Chicory, Corn Silk, Fennel Seed, Peppermint Leaf,Safflower Oil Powder, or a combination thereof.
 8. The treatmentprotocol of claim 4, further comprising administering to the patient inneed thereof, at least one vitamin component comprising vitamin B, folicacid, minerals, zinc, calcium, magnesium oxide or citrate, vitamin E,vitamin C, Omega oils, acidofilus, bifidus, lactobacillus, amino acids,digestive enzymes, selenium, L-glutathione or a combination thereof. 9.A method of treating a patient having neurocutaneous syndrome caused bydental toxins, comprising: providing at least one targeted questionnaireto the patient; providing a blood dental biocompatibility test;providing at least one xanthone component; providing a detoxificationcomponent, wherein the detoxification component comprises a combinationof Berberis Vulgaris, Colocynthis, Veratrum Album, Aranea Diadema,Calcarea Phosphorica, Equisetum Hyemale, Ferrum Iodatum, FumariaOfficinalis, Gentiana Lutea, Geranium Robertianum, Levothyroxine,Myosotis Arvensis, Nasturtium Aquaticum, Natrum Sulphuricum, PinusSylvestris, Sarsaparilla, Scrophularia Nodosa, Teucrim Scorodonia,Veronica Officinalis, Bryonia Alba, Colocynthis, Lycopodium Clavatum,Nux Vomica, Ethyl Alcohol, Purified Water USP; administering the atleast one targeted questionnaire to the patient to provide targetedquestionnaire results; administering a blood dental biocompatibilitytest to the patient to provide biocompatibility test results, whereinthe targeted questionnaire results and the biocompatibility test resultsare combined to provide a set of results; administering the at least onexanthone component to the patient in a dosing regimen that is based onthe combined set of results from the combination of the targetedquestionnaire results and the biocompatibility test results; andadministering the detoxification component to the patient in a dosingregimen that is based on the combined set of results from thecombination of the targeted questionnaire results and thebiocompatibility test results.
 10. The method of claim 9, furthercomprising: providing and administering at least one herbal component,providing and administering at least one vitamin component or acombination thereof.
 11. The method of claim 9, wherein the at least onexanthone component comprises at least one mangosteen component.
 12. Themethod of claim 11, wherein the at least one mangosteen componentcomprises an extract of a mangosteen fruit.
 13. The method of claim 11,wherein the at least one mangosteen component comprises a suitableamount of the extract of the mangosteen fruit.
 14. The method of claim11, wherein the at least one mangosteen component comprises mangosteenjuice.
 15. A method of treating a patient having neurocutaneous syndromecaused by dental toxins, comprising: providing at least one targetedquestionnaire to the patient; providing a blood dental biocompatibilitytest; providing at least one mangosteen component; providing adetoxification component, wherein the detoxification component comprisesthe combination of ubichinon, coenzyme, BERBERIS-HOMACCORD, thatcomprises berberis vulgaris, colocynthis, veratrum album, ethanol, andpurified water; LYPHOSOT, that comprises juglans regia, myosotisarvensis, scrophularia nodosa, teucrium scorodonia, veronicaofficinalis, geranium robertianum, urtica urens, equisetum hyemale,fumaria officinalis, natrium sulfuricum, pinus sylvestris, gentianalutea, apis mellifica, fucus vesiculosus, sarsaparilla, calciumphosphoricum, ethanol, and purified water; and NUX VOMICA-HOMACCORD,that consists of bryonia, nux vomica, colocynthis, lycopodium clavatum,ethanol, and purified water; administering the at least one targetedquestionnaire to the patient to provide targeted questionnaire results;administering a blood dental biocompatibility test to the patient toprovide biocompatibility test results, wherein the targetedquestionnaire results and the biocompatibility test results are combinedto provide a set of results; administering the at least one mangosteencomponent to the patient in a dosing regimen that is based on thecombined set of results from the combination of the targetedquestionnaire results and the biocompatibility test results; andadministering the at least one detoxification component to the patientin a dosing regimen that is based on the combined set of results fromthe combination of the targeted questionnaire results and thebiocompatibility test results.
 16. The method of claim 15, wherein theat least one mangosteen component comprises an extract of a mangosteenfruit.
 17. The method of claim 15, wherein the at least one mangosteencomponent comprises a suitable amount of the extract of the mangosteenfruit.
 18. The method of claim 15, wherein the at least one mangosteencomponent comprises mangosteen juice.
 19. The method of claim 15,further comprising providing and administering massage therapy to thepatient.
 20. The method of claim 19, wherein massage therapy compriseslymph drainage massage therapy.